Hurricane Florence Coverage

Some like it hot, some like it cold

Ask most any college student which they like better, winter or summer, and a lot would say summer. Summer means vacation, sun and the beach.

London sets new standards in Olympic planning

Sustainability. Legacy. Rejuvenation. These form the backbone of London 2012 planning, all tying together in a comprehensive package. Once completed, the Olympic Stadium will be the most sustainable  ever built, using less steel, low-carbon concrete and even building the top ring of the stadium with gas pipes left over from a previous project.

Injured MLB players return to the game

There have been a lot of headlines in the offseason surrounding star players, but what about the star players that are coming back from serious injuries that kept them off the field for most of, if not all of last season?

Coast to Coast Drama: New York

No place in the world has drama like the New York City. The city has the most famous sports teams in the world and the most passionate fans in the country, bar none.

Coast to Coast Drama: Los Angeles

No one can deny that Los Angeles is full of stars and is arguably the place to be on the West Coast.

4 Life Lessons We Learned from Walt Disney

Here’s a social experiment. Next time you’re in your dorm with suitemates, or taking a road trip with friends, grab your iPod and play “I’ll Make a Man Out of You.” As Donny Osmond’s silky-smooth voice filters through the speakers, take note of how many people can recite the song without missing a single lyric (some may even add animated gestures while they sing). As long as you’re singing with fellow college students, I’m willing to bet at least half of your group will complete the song seamlessly. Disney movies like “Mulan,” which graced us with the song in question, have been a cornerstone of our lives since we were old enough to walk.

Overrated: MPPA determines our movie habits more than it should

When I saw “Titanic” for the first time, my mom covered my eyes. Sex scenes were not OK in my household until I was in junior high, which is fair.

Music Reviews: Nicki Minaj and Fun.

"Pink Friday: Roman Reloaded" by Nicki Minaj Release Date: Apr. 3, 2012 If you like: Kanye West, Rihanna Notable songs: Starships, Pound the Alarm, Marilyn Monroe Nicki Minaj has been a star for quite some time, getting “50k for a verse, no album out” in Nov.

Film Reviews: 'The Five Year Engagement' and 'The Avengers'

"The Avengers" Marvel’s “The Avengers” is what director Joss Whedon calls an “old fashioned” and “bigger than life” summer movie.

Are Big Cities the Best Place for Recent College Grads?

Graduation is nearing once again and seniors must find jobs and a new place to call home. The choices graduates make about where to live fresh out of Elon University shape their careers — and lives — as they are tossed into corporate America.

Exploring Asheville

Asheville is a vibrant town that hosts a variety of things to do and places to see when visiting. You can hike the Big Fork Ridge Trail, visit the Black Mountain College Museum and Arts Center and see a concert at the Grey Eagle Tavern and Music Hall all in the same day. “Asheville has a really artsy vibe,” said junior Kaitlin Briley.

Letter from the Editor of The Edge

It’s odd to think that this year has come and gone so quickly, especially for those of you graduating in just a matter of weeks.

Celebrating identity before graduation

This week I was given the opportunity to talk with LGBTQ students and allies on campus.

So, you've graduated...now what?

One Question: What do you want?

The second in a three-part video series. Elon University students answer the question: What do you want?

Elon Poll finds Obama more favorable than Romney in N.C.

A recent Elon Poll found more North Carolina residents think favorably of President Barack Obama than the likely Republican nominee Mitt Romney.

SGA Recap – May 3, 2012

At Thursday night’s Student Government Association Senate meeting, representatives unanimously agreed to pass a resolution to express sympathy following the death of Elon sophomore Jordan West. The resolution will be transported to West’s funeral early next week, accompanied by a letter to his family. The Senate also passed a bill to allocate $25,000 from the SGA rollover account to the 2012 Homecoming committee.

Sophomore guard will transfer from Elon to University of North Carolina

Elon men's basketball sophomore guard Lucas Weavil will be transferring to the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill following the school year, according to head coach Matt Matheny. "He’s going to North Carolina," Matheny said.

The Swing - May 3, 2012

This week on The Swing We get your opinions on Amendment One, Emily Haring finds out which moment you'd most like to re-do, learn how to wear your old clothes in new ways, and Kassondra Cloos has this week's news in sixty seconds

The News Report - May 03, 2012

Melissa and Grace share their feelings as the semester draws to a close!